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FY52 OZT

2003 Skoda Fabia

Red Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

121,927 mi
Last recorded121,927 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2017
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY52 OZT
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2017 121,927 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on edges (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on edges (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on edges (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Nov 2016 108,366 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2016 108,366 miles

Offside Front Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Nov 2015 106,412 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 93,998 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

coolant light flashing

eng/man light on

exhaust sections corroded

n/s/f tyre worn inner edge

o/s/f tyre worn outer edge

rear washer not working

Fail 15 Nov 2014 93,750 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

coolant light flashing

eng/man light on

exhaust sections corroded

n/s/f tyre worn inner edge

o/s/f tyre worn outer edge

rear washer not working

Pass 18 Nov 2013 79,619 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

middle exhaust deteriorating

oil sump corroding

rear exhaust deteriorating

screw in offside rear tyre

Pass 21 Nov 2012 64,866 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

middle exhaust deteriorating.

rear exhaust deteriorating.

Pass 29 Nov 2011 55,077 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 52,719 miles

Centre Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Feb 2010 48,675 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2009 45,747 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 42,515 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 37,613 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2006 27,128 miles

How Reliable is the Skoda Fabia?

Based on 4,863,673 MOT tests across 365,048 vehicles.

76.0%
Pass Rate
5,664
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
365,048
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 104,456
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 68,301
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 61,646
Stop lamp not working 51,458
position lamp(s) not working 39,215
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FY52 OZT is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Red with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2003 Skoda Fabia models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 65,642 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Skoda Fabia fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 104,456 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FY52 OZT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Skoda Fabia typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Skoda Fabia is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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FY52 OZT is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 1 February 2003.

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